Category: National

President Marcos leads 128th Independence Day celebration in Manila

MANILA (June 12, 2026) — President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. led the nation in commemorating the 128th Anniversary of the Proclamation of Philippine Independence during ceremonies held at Rizal Park in Manila on Friday, June 12. The Independence Day celebration began with arrival honors for the President, highlighted by a 21-gun salute and military honors… Read More President Marcos leads 128th Independence Day celebration in Manila

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PH, Japan elevate ties to Comprehensive Strategic Partnership

By Ruth Abbey Gita-Carlos | May 28, 2026 MANILA – The Philippines and Japan on Thursday formalized the elevation of their relations to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, the highest tier in the Philippines diplomatic framework and a reflection of exceptional level of trust between the two nations. The status upgrade was announced following a bilateral meeting… Read More PH, Japan elevate ties to Comprehensive Strategic Partnership

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PH, Japan elevate ties to Comprehensive Strategic Partnership

By Ruth Abbey Gita-Carlos | May 28, 2026 MANILA – The Philippines and Japan on Thursday formalized the elevation of their relations to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, the highest tier in the Philippines diplomatic framework and a reflection of exceptional level of trust between the two nations. The status upgrade was announced following a bilateral meeting… Read More PH, Japan elevate ties to Comprehensive Strategic Partnership

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Nationwide survey shows 31% of Filipino adults aware of PDIC

THREE in ten Filipino adults are aware of the Philippine Deposit Insurance Corporation (PDIC) as the government institution safeguarding their bank deposits, according to the 2025 nationwide public awareness and reputation survey (NPARS) conducted by NielsenIQ Philippines, Inc. for the Corporation. The findings provided an insight that underscores both meaningful progress and a critical opportunity… Read More Nationwide survey shows 31% of Filipino adults aware of PDIC

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Hike in overall average transmission rates seen in April electric bills

POWER consumers may see a slight increase in transmission rates reflected in their April 2026 electricity bills, the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) said in a statement today, April 15. This as the overall equivalent average transmission rate for the March 2026 billing period to be billed by distribution utilities and electric cooperatives this… Read More Hike in overall average transmission rates seen in April electric bills

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Philippines, Denmark vow stronger bilateral ties, closer maritime cooperation

By HENRY EMPEÑO | April 7, 2026 NAVAL OPERATING BASE, Subic, Zambales — The Philippines and Denmark renewed bilateral ties here on Tuesday, April 7, unfurling a commemorative logo marking 80 years of Philippines-Denmark diplomatic relations in a symbolic ceremony that reaffirmed growing economic, maritime and people-to-people exchange between the two nations. Danish Ambassador to… Read More Philippines, Denmark vow stronger bilateral ties, closer maritime cooperation

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PH bank deposits post 7.3% growth to P21-T in Q3 2025; Insured deposits increase to P5.1-T

STATE deposit insurer Philippine Deposit Insurance Corporation (PDIC) reported that total deposit liabilities of the banking system increased by P1.4 trillion, or 7.3%, to P20.9 trillion as of end-September 2025, higher from P19.5 trillion recorded in the same period in 2024. This robust growth was accompanied by a sharp increase in the total number of… Read More PH bank deposits post 7.3% growth to P21-T in Q3 2025; Insured deposits increase to P5.1-T

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Marcos launches record P58-B fund to empower LGUs nationwide

By Jerome Carlo Paunan | February 23, 2026 MANILA (PIA) — President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. launched the “Sa Bagong Pilipinas, Bawat Bayan Makikinabang” initiative Monday, unveiling a record-breaking 58-billion-peso fund to empower local government units to respond directly to community needs. Speaking at Malacañan Palace’s Heroes Hall, Marcos said the program is anchored on the principle… Read More Marcos launches record P58-B fund to empower LGUs nationwide

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Look: PH Navy participates in 14th MMCA in WPS

NAVAL STATION JOSE ANDRADA, Manila – The Philippine Navy participated in the 14th Philippine-Australia-United States Multilateral Maritime Cooperative Activity (MMCA) conducted from February 15–16, 2026 in the West Philippine Sea, alongside the Armed Forces of the Philippines, Australian Defence Force, and United States Indo-Pacific Command.  The Philippine Navy deployed BRP Diego Silang (FFG7) and an… Read More Look: PH Navy participates in 14th MMCA in WPS

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United States, Philippines celebrate 80th anniversary of diplomatic ties in 2026

MANILA, February 6, 2026—U.S. Embassy in the Philippines Chargé d’Affaires, a.i., Y. Robert Ewing and Philippine Ambassador to the United States Jose Manuel Romualdez launched February 5 the logo commemorating the 80th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the United States and the Philippines in 2026.    The event marks the start of a yearlong campaign… Read More United States, Philippines celebrate 80th anniversary of diplomatic ties in 2026

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